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Mariazellerbahn – Kirchberg an der Pielach loop from Hofstetten-Grünau

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Mariazellerbahn – Kirchberg an der Pielach loop from Hofstetten-Grünau

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Mariazellerbahn – Kirchberg an der Pielach loop from Hofstetten-Grünau

02:53

44.4km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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Train Station

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2.80 km

Mariazellerbahn

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One of the few remaining narrow-gauge railways in Austria. It runs between St. Pölten and Mariazell, making it ideal for excursions—from pilgrimages to Mariazell, to mountain hikes on the Ötcher, to cycling along the railway line.

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3.97 km

Mariazellerbahn Railway Crossing near Wasserkraftwerk Mainburg

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Near the Mainburg hydroelectric power plant, the Mariazell Railway runs through the Pielach Valley, crossing the road at a level crossing in an open landscape. The line lies between Rabenstein …

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6.36 km

Bridge and bathing spot on the Pielach

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From the narrow bridge you have a great view of the small weir in the Pielach and the natural bathing area.

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12.5 km

Kirchberg an der Pielach

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On the main street there is an ice cream parlor, butcher and a billa

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17.9 km

In der Luft

Mountain Pass

28.9 km

Grünbühel Castle

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Privately owned and therefore unfortunately can only be viewed from the outside.

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The place was first mentioned around 1074 by the Hochfrei Adalbert von Kilb. In the 12th century, …

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29.3 km

Zunftbaum Kilb

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A craft guild tree shows the guild symbols of certain guilds in the respective location or region. On the one hand, it serves to preserve traditions and, on the other …

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